Chicago leads way in 'culinary Oscars'

The nominees for the 2019 James Beard Awards, known as the "Oscars of the culinary world," were announced Wednesday morning during a live stream from Hugo's restaurant in Houston, Texas.

Of note: Once again, it's an all-Chicago faceoff in the category of best chef/Great Lakes region. In all, Chicago's renowned culinary world received 16 nominations.

Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony gala May 6 at the Lyric Opera House of Chicago. Media award winners will be announced on April 26 in New York City.

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